The Vater Bebop 500 Hickory Wood Tip Drum Sticks are now available with us at Graham Russell Drums.

Manufactured from high-quality American Hickory, these drumsticks are part of Vater’s Bebop series, designed specifically for low-volume playing and maximum control. Hickory provides a durable, shock-absorbing feel while maintaining a slightly more solid response compared to maple alternatives. The Bebop 500 model features a long, quick taper and a very slim grip, sitting just under a traditional 7A profile. At 16" in length with a 0.500" diameter, they offer a highly refined, lightweight feel with excellent balance and rebound.

These sticks deliver a light, fast response with exceptional articulation, making them ideal for detailed ride work and subtle dynamic playing. The small wood tip produces a clean, focused cymbal tone with minimal wash, while the quick taper allows for effortless rebound and fluid phrasing. Despite their slim profile, the hickory construction provides added durability and a slightly more solid feel than maple, making them particularly well suited to jazz, acoustic and low-volume settings where precision and control are essential.

Key Features

• Length: 16"
• Diameter: 0.500" (slightly under 7A profile)
• American Hickory construction for durability and shock absorption
• Wood tip (small teardrop) for clean, focused cymbal tone
• Long, quick taper for fast rebound and sensitivity
• Light weight for speed and precision
• Slim grip for detailed control and finesse
• Ideal for jazz, acoustic and low-volume playing

Buy a pair of Vater Bebop 500 Hickory Wood Tip Drum Sticks from Graham Russell Drums and receive them on our next day delivery service when you order before 2 pm.